You know how tea can stain teeth? Undesirable, right? But take that same staining ability and apply it to plain-jane white table linens and you have yourself a real gem. Just check out these examples:

The key when tea-staining is to apply it to fabrics with all-natural fibers (like cotton or linen) and to agitate often when soaking in the tea bath (to avoid crease-marks). Also, try adding a little vinegar to the bath to help set the stain.

Have you ever tea-stained something (on purpose)? Tell us about it below!

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Regina is an architect who lives with her husband and children in Lawrence, KS. As a LEED Accredited Professional and longtime contributor to Apartment Therapy and The Kitchn, her focus is on healthy, sustainable living through design.